The Cārvāka Podcast is a series of long-form conversations hosted by Kushal Mehra. The podcast covers a wide range of subjects where Kushal speaks with a wid…
1:17:5511K views · 6h ago · 1:17:55
In this podcast, Kushal and Aadit talk about all the ongoing series in cricket. India won the T20 series against New Zealand 3-1, taking three back-to-back matches, while New Zealand won today's match. Australia and South Africa are caught in a riveting battle on day four of their Test match, and Pakistan will play Sri Lanka in the tri-series final.
1:22:3048K views · 2d ago · 1:22:30
In this podcast, Kushal and Tushar discuss a new trend in the age of social media: influencers with a social media presence trying their hand at electoral politics. Do high social media views translate into votes? This podcast looks at specific examples and explores the deeper reasons behind voting patterns and how voters think, drawing on Kushal's experience as a political activist and campaigner.
1:45:2264K views · 4d ago · 1:45:22
In this podcast, Kushal and Khalid Baig discuss the recent discussion surrounding Sharjeel Imam's views. The discussion began after an article in The Print, written under the pseudonym Ibn Khaldun Bharati, on Sharjeel Imam's views; Indian liberals' subsequent silence then led to a litany of apologia for Sharjeel Imam. This led to a mental breakdown of the Indian Islamist left.
1:14:4531K views · 1w ago · 1:14:45
In this podcast, Kushal, Nikhil, and Aadit talk about an absolutely unbelievable week of cricket. Yesterday, we had three great finishes across three formats. Sri Lanka chased a record score of 429 against England in their ODI, and South Africa beat Australia in the second Test to level the series 1-1. India also played incredibly well in their first T20I against New Zealand.
1:09:4717K views · 1w ago · 1:09:47
Guest: Darshan Maharaja
In this monologue, Kushal speaks with Darshan Maharaja about Alberta's recently concluded referendum, in which, according to the latest results, more than 75 per cent of voters want to remain part of the country. The funny bit was that Khalistanis supported the Alberta separatists. What business do Khalistanis have in this referendum?
1:15:2689K views · 1w ago · 1:15:26
In this monologue, Kushal argues that the opposition's strategy to defeat the BJP through street protests is ineffective. Kushal shares his experience with India Against Corruption and discusses the spate of protests across Europe that began with a "student" uprising and ended in violence and looting. Will this work in India, or will it backfire?
52:02105K views · 1w ago · 52:02
Guest: Abhijit Iyer-Mitra
In this monologue, Kushal speaks with Abhijit Iyer-Mitra about Elon Musk's recent rant that India hasn't given him permission for Starlink. Is Starlink a national security risk? Also, they discuss the current tussle between the Saudis and Houthis, where they keep bombing each other.
1:22:0978K views · 2w ago · 1:22:09
In this monologue, Kushal discusses recent statements by Prashant Bhushan and Neha Bora on regime change, their love for students in Bangladesh and Nepal, and their role in toppling those countries' governments. Will this work in India, or will it backfire?
1:34:3168K views · 2w ago · 1:34:31
In this podcast, Kushal and Tushar discuss allegations against the Election Commission of India. Is the SIR process rigged? How does one register as a new voter? How do you change your voter ID address? How do you remove the name of a deceased relative? This podcast is an election registration 101.
1:11:5588K views · 2w ago · 1:11:55
In this podcast, Kushal and Tushar discuss today's protest, in which Rahul Gandhi and several other political parties marched to the Supreme Court. What is the endgame of it all? Will we reach protest fatigue? Follow them
54:09357K views · 2w ago · 54:09
Guest: Abhijit Iyer-Mitra Vs Cockroaches
In this podcast, Kushal, Abhijit, and Tushar discuss today's planned protests at Jantar Mantar and how the Delhi police detained all the leaders, turning the protests into a damp squib. Should they be allowed to protest? Is this a violation of their democratic rights?
1:32:23110K views · 2w ago · 1:32:23
In this podcast, Kushal, Abhijit, and Tushar discuss today's planned protests at Jantar Mantar and how the Delhi police detained all the leaders, turning the protests into a damp squib. Should they be allowed to protest? Is this a violation of their democratic rights?
1:32:2721K views · 2w ago · 1:32:27
In this podcast, Kushal, Nikhil and Syed Ali Imran discuss how to monetise cricket. The last cricket cycle was the highest-paying in cricket history. After the Indian government banned Dream11, what is the next model? Also, can a sport that depends on India touring other nations to survive have long-term stability beyond India, England, and Australia? What innovations are needed to make the future of cricket secure and profitable?
1:00:3920K views · 3w ago · 1:00:39
In this podcast, Kushal and Bharath Ramaraj discuss India's performance at the recently concluded Asian Games 2026. They look at the athletes' successes and failures, and the absolute mess officials created at the start, which led to many early problems.
54:5724K views · 3w ago · 54:57
Guest: Shri Dinesh K. Patnaik
In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Shri Dinesh K. Patnaik, the Honourable High Commissioner of India to Canada, about the future of India-Canada relations. This podcast covers a wide range of topics, from trade to national security issues that have been sidelined for various reasons. As Prime Minister Mark Carney and Prime Minister Modi try to reset these ties, what roadblocks could get in the way?
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